MERRY MAIDS
Merry Maids franchises provide professional cleaning services to residential customers and commercial customers with office spaces under 5,000 square feet. The business model involves granting franchises to operators who deliver branded house cleaning and small office cleaning services using standardized methods and supplies. Their target market includes homeowners and small businesses seeking reliable, recurring cleaning solutions.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
7% royalty (reducible to 6% over $400k sales, 5% over $500k) + 1.3% ad fund + $499/mo technology fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 306 Qualified Franchises that were Active Franchises throughout the Covered Period (January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024) and reported Gross Sales for all 12 months.
* The average_gross_revenue for individual franchised units is taken directly from the 'Total' row of Table 1. The median_gross_revenue is also taken from the 'Total' row. The revenue_top_quartile is the average from the 'Top Quartile' row, and revenue_bottom_quartile is the average from the 'Bottom Quartile' row. No profit, net income, or EBITDA data is provided; thus, related fields and profit estimations are null.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How MERRY MAIDS Compares to Other Cleaning Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Cleaning Services
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MERRY MAIDS Current | $127K - $170K | $55K | 7.0% | 802 |
| THE MAIDS | $82K - $160K | $57K | 6.9% | 1,517 |
| THE MAIDS | $118K - $141K | $60K | 6.9% | 1,472 |
| Chem-Dry | $119K - $265K | $36K | 7.0% | 1,099 |
| OpenWorks | $4K - $134K | $25K | 15.0% | 615 |
| OXI FRESH CARPET CLEANING | $54K - $105K | $48K | N/A | 481 |
Cleaning Services Average 72 franchises | $187K - $374K | $45K | 7.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 72 Cleaning Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+31 more states
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a MERRY MAIDS franchise?
The total initial investment to open a MERRY MAIDS franchise ranges from $126,880 to $170,110. This includes a franchise fee of $55,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a MERRY MAIDS franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a MERRY MAIDS franchise is $487,441. The median revenue is $427,425.
How many MERRY MAIDS franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, MERRY MAIDS has 802 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1980.
Is MERRY MAIDS a good franchise to buy?
MERRY MAIDS shows several positive indicators: established brand with 802+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19). However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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